When an Albanian husband and wife are found dead in their home, Inspector Costas Haritos, a veteran junta-trained homicide detective on the Athens police force, is called to what seems at first to be... This description may be from another edition of this product.
This was my first book by Petros Markaris as I wanted to start from the beginning. Some readers have already suggested, and I will agree with them, that this book shows its age. However, I find this particular aspect a strength rather than a weakness. I must admit though that I read it in the original which might make a huge difference despite its simple and clear writing. There is also a very strong Greek context that is mostly of interest to Greek readers which is part of the joy of reading this book. The plot keeps you going and Haritos is a very real character. I am definitely going to buy more of Markaris' books.
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